herishing the Magic of Childhood
– One Portrait at a Time
As a mom of two teenagers—a son and a daughter—I know firsthand how fast time flies. One moment, they’re little, full of wonder and imagination, and the next, they’re becoming independent young adults. Like you, I’m always searching for fun family experiences, ways to keep the magic alive, and opportunities to capture the love we share before the years slip away. But I also know the struggle—our kids don’t always love being in front of the camera as much as we do! That’s why I’ve made it my mission to create family photography sessions that are not just pictures, but experiences your kids will actually enjoy.
Your Dallas & Fort Worth Fine Art
Family & Motherhood
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At Modern Studios Photography, I specialize in Fine Art Family & Motherhood Photography in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, offering not just portraits, but personalized storytelling through photographic art. I offer options for Seniors, Children & Families Every session is tailored to your family’s unique style, ensuring the final artwork complements your home’s aesthetic and feels like a true reflection of your children & family’s personality and connection.
And because childhood is full of imagination, our portrait experiences go beyond the ordinary—transforming your little ones into mermaids, pirates, superheroes, princesses, and fairies. With magical visitors like unicorns, horses, alpacas, sloths, kangaroos, and even camels, your children get to live out their dreams in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
This isn’t just a photoshoot; it’s a BUCKET LIST EXPERIENCE that blends fun, creativity, and fine art portraiture into a session your kids will actually be excited about. The result? Timeless, museum-quality artwork that tells your family's story and becomes a treasured part of your home.
Let’s create memories that last forever—beautiful, joy-filled, and uniquely yours.
Hi, I'm Jessica!
re you searching for a DFW portrait photographer who can beautifully capture your child's personality and unique essence? Look no further! Whether your child is drawn to all things frilly and elegant or has a passion for sports, music, art, or a more edgy aesthetic, I create portraits that reflect who they truly are in this moment—art that feels personal, meaningful, and worthy of your walls.
My approach to Family & Childrens Heirloom Portraits
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More than just a portrait, this is an experience
Tween and teen years are filled with self-discovery and transformation, and a portrait session with me is designed to boost their confidence while making them feel seen and celebrated. I believe every person is beautiful in their own way, and it's my honor to capture your child’s authentic spirit in a timeless and artistic way.
The result? Portraits that are both Instagram-worthy and heirloom-quality—stunning artwork that preserves this stage of their life for you to cherish forever. These portraits won’t just be pictures; they’ll be treasured pieces of art hanging in your home, reminding you of the incredible person your child is right now.
Let’s create something unforgettable together
—because every child deserves to have their story told in a way that lasts a lifetime.
Children
fun • memorable • timeless
Family
animal experiences
Seniors
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Holiday Experiences
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ear it from our clients
—"You WILL get emotional!" ❤️
At Modern Studios Photography, I don’t just take pictures; I capture the emotions, the laughter, and the love shared during your session—moments so powerful that clients often say they bring tears of joy. Every time you look at your portraits, I want you to relive the magic, the fun, and the deep connection you felt that day.
What makes me the right
Dallas, Fort Worth
Fine Art Family Photographer for you?
An Experience Unlike Any Other
From the moment your child steps into one of our luxurious couture gowns or dons their favorite character-inspired outfit, something special happens. I love asking, "Do you feel like a princess? A fairy? A mermaid?"—because when they do, the magic becomes real. My approach is about creating genuine, joyful experiences where kids and families can be themselves, allowing their personalities to shine naturally.
With breathtaking outdoor sets and heartfelt, spontaneous moments, I capture childhood’s fleeting beauty—from their first steps to their graduation and every milestone in between. These portraits are more than memories; they are timeless heirlooms that will fill your home with warmth and nostalgia for years to come.
Let’s create something extraordinary together
—because childhood is too magical to be forgotten.
Our experience
WOW! Jessica captured the most beautiful pictures of our daughter with the unicorn Stardust. The dresses she provides are so pretty. I am so happy with our pictures and will definitely be booking a future session with her :)
Mansfield, Texas
Lynn Family
Love Jessica and her staff! We have been using Jessica for over 5 years now and always love the end product! Her whole process runs seamlessly from start to finish and is very customer friendly. Jessica continues to have a great repour with my kids which makes the pictures come out even better!
Arlington, Texas
Burkhart Family
Jessica is great! We were so thrilled with our Modern Studios Photography shoot! She captured beautiful & magical photos of my daughter with the "unicorn". She is now editing them to make them even more fairytale like and printing some custom pieces that we can hang in our home and cherish for years to come! Her work is truly art! My daughter loves dressing up in the gorgeous dresses she offers as well! She is very professional and easy to work with! I highly recommend her services! Thank you!
dalworthington gardens, texas
Lewis Family
Jessica is absolutely amazing! Her work is art and you can see her passion in every picture she takes! Her photo shoots are so much fun! You not only get to have your pictures taken but you get to have an amazing experience! She loves to bring in all sorts of fun animals! We have done 35 photo shoots with her over the past almost 5 years and I will continue to do more and more as long as my kids will let me!
arlington,texas
Kopplin Family
We are happy returning customers that keep coming back! Jessica has taken our pictures for almost six years and they are always beyond amazing! She will be our photographer for as long as she will put up with us! Thanks for the many years of awesome photos!!!!
fort worth, texas
Ferris Family
Jessica made the whole process fun and easy! The photo session was great, she would give us direction on what to do and got some beautiful photos….my teens even enjoyed the process!! I met with Jessica online to go over the photos and pick the best ones, which was hard because they were ALL great. My edited images were ready quickly and they looked fantastic! I highly recommend Jessica and Modern Studios Photography!
fort worth, texas
Boyd Family
Jessica is amazing!!! The photo shoots she offers are always so magical for my grandkids! From Santa and reindeer to unicorns, sloths, monkeys, llamas and kangaroos...the pics are amazing and the experience is always magical! We definitely recommend Jessica to capture these special memories!!!
dalworthington gardens, texas
Dorton Family
The communication is top notch! We had the best time at the shoot. The photos are going to be absolutely amazing . She picked the perfect outfit and location!
grapevine, texas
Hunt Family
When I tell you Jessica is beyond amazing I mean it! She is super patient kind and just an absolute joy to be around. My son felt comfortable with her and her staff was very professional. The pictures of him turned out beautifully! The place she picked out worked perfectly with the look we need for him to shine. She is quick to respond and truly cares! We will use her again . Thank you thank you!!!!
cedar hill, texas
Turley Family
I can not say enough good things about Jessica and her helpers. Every time is such an amazing experience that keeps us coming back year after year. Emma and Frazier's photos were the best. I highly highly recommend her for all your needs.
arlington, texas
Lasater Family
Fun • memorable • timeless
Creating Timeless Portraits & Unforgettable Experiences in Arlington, Texas
Step into a world of magic, wonder, and artistry with DFW’s most-loved Fine Art Family & Motherhood Photographer. At Modern Studios Photography, I don’t just take pictures—I create one-of-a-kind experiences that transform moments into stunning, heirloom-quality artwork.
From whimsical sets and couture gowns to special guests like Santa Claus and even unique animal encounters, every session is thoughtfully designed to capture the beauty of childhood and the love within your family. These aren’t just portraits; they’re cherished memories, frozen in time, preserving your family’s legacy for generations to come.
Don’t wait until they’ve grown
—let’s capture the magic now.
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